Kirk Hammett

Future rock star found refuge from his traumatic upbringing in comics and music.

Metallica guitarist says he reached maturity in past decade and doesn't feel as old as 59.

Metallica guitarist says he only recently began exploring prog, but delay had nothing to do with earlier controversy.

Metallica bassist wants to “christen” his bandmate’s ‘Portals’ release.

Ban on personal projects was the main reason Jason Newsted quit in 2001.

Metallica guitarist achieves occasional grandeur on debut solo EP.

Metallica guitarist says he had "no real limitations" working on new horror-inspired songs.

Guitarist's debut solo EP 'Portals' arrives next week.

We've shared some of our favorite live shots of James Hetfield and Lars Ulrich, and now it's time to check out The Ripper himself, Mr. Kirk Hammett.

Kirk Hammett already has a signature wah pedal, but if some recent Instagram posts are any indication, he's getting ready to unveil a new one.